1.The
9mm is having something of a renaissance these days. Although
maligned in
the past due to its inability to reliably deliver incapacitating force,
recent
technological developments in bullet and propellant design have move
the round
back to the forefront for many LE departments. With its lower costs,
lighter
recoil and now more capable on-target performance, the 9mm is a force
with
which to be reckoned.More
9mm pistols
on the market means more options for officers. The Heckler &
Koch P30 is
just one that is designed to fit a wide variety of users

2.More Guns: These
days, there are more 9mm pistols available than any other, allowing
officers to
get just what they need to fit their hands. Agencies have more choices
and
officers can choose a pistol they like (where policy allows) — all of
which
translates to more practice on the range and more confidence on patrol.
Most
major companies make 9mm pistols in duty configurations that will fit
just about
anyone.

3.Longevity:
There’s usually less
wear and tear on 9mm pistols. Some
government agencies have been getting as much as 100,000-round service
lives
from 9mm pistols for years. They generally last longer, need fewer
repairs and
are less prone to breakage.9mms
are
known for being reliable, even in short-barreled platforms like
Springfield
Armory’s EMP 1911.

4.Increased
Capacity: Most 9mm
duty pistols today
have a standard capacity of 17 rounds. Their extended magazines can
reach 20
rounds or more while remaining manageably sized. For a well-trained
officer,
the greater the capacity the better, and it is always better to have
ammunition
you didn’t use than need ammunition you don’t have.There are too many 9mm loadings to count, but
it doesn’t take much effort to find the right load for the job.
Hornady’s
Critical Duty loads are designed for optimum penetration through things
like
heavy clothing.

5.Reliability:
Pistols chambered in 9mm are generally the most reliable pistols
available in
those configurations most popular at police agencies. They’re also less
susceptible to changes in duty ammunition and can reliably function
with both
practice and duty ammunition.

6.Ammo
Choices: Given the
explosion in
popularity of the 9mm for police and self-defense use, there is a huge
variety
of duty ammunition available. Whether it is a 115-grain + P at
significant
velocity or a 147-grain bullet at lower speeds, a quality and proven
9mm duty
round is out there. It is easy to find a round that will meet the needs
of your
patrol division and tactical team.Typically,
9mm ammunition is cheaper than other offerings, so officers can get
more
training time in with less money.

7.Cost:
Especially when purchased in bulk, 9mm ammunition can be significantly
less expensive.
It is not uncommon to see thousands of dollars in savings at the agency
level.
That same lower cost also encourages officers to practice on their own
as well.